{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The DOC Podcast","title":"Making the World a Better Place, One Child at a Time (w/Dr. Loria Nahatis) [Ep.116]","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4810,"description":"Episode Overview: In this episode, I welcome Dr. Loria Nahatis, a board-certified pediatric dentist with a passion for pediatric airway health. Dr. Nahatis shares her journey from traditional pediatric dentistry to becoming an advocate for early airway intervention, inspired by her own daughter’s health challenges.\nKey Topics Discussed:\nDr. Nahatis’s background, education, and early influences in dentistry.\nThe personal story that led her to focus on pediatric airway health.\nThe importance of early detection and intervention for airway issues in children.\nHow to screen for pediatric sleep-disordered breathing using the Pediatric Sleep Questionnaire (PSQ).\nThe challenges and rewards of changing practice models to prioritize airway health.\nCollaboration with ENTs, allergists, myofunctional therapists, and other specialists.\nDiagnostic tools: clinical exams, CBCT imaging, and quality of life questionnaires.\nThe role of tongue tie releases and the importance of proper timing and collaboration with therapists.\nAdvice for dental and orthodontic colleagues on starting airway-focused care.\nThe impact of airway health on children’s overall well-being and family life.\nBalancing professional, personal, and family responsibilities as a healthcare provider.\nActionable Takeaways:\nDentists should consider screening all pediatric patients for sleep-disordered breathing.\nUse validated tools like the PSQ and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.\nEducate parents gently and plant seeds for awareness rather than overwhelming them.\nEarly intervention can lead to better outcomes and may reduce the need for complex treatments later.\nBuilding a supportive team and network of like-minded professionals is key.\nResources & Mentions:\nAirway Palooza conference (October 17–18, Fort Lauderdale, FL) – Use code “DOCPALOOZA” for a $500 discount. [https://airwayhealthsolutions.com/palooza]\nThe DOC Community on Facebook for further discussion and resources....","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Wf6VIMhB_ulpfJzsJlix0BOF0i4W9yk8xxJ6-5X1Y6E/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQxOTI3LzE2OTg2/MzExNDktYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}